India’s IICT targets bigger global share for local creative economy

India aims to raise its share in the global Orange Economy from about 3 percent to 12-15 percent over the next decade, with the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) working towards that goal, institute’s board member Dr Ashish Kulkarni said yesterday.

INVIDI partners Google for global ad service on unconnected STBs

INVIDI Technologies, a global leader in addressable advertising, yesterday announced a collaboration with Google to deliver addressable advertising on unconnected set-top boxes (STBs) globally, including India.

Celebrity chef Sanjeev Kapoor feels only Hansal can helm his biopic

For years, celebrated chef Sanjeev Kapoor has been approached with lucrative offers for a biopic, yet none managed to win him over. The reason: he wants only his friend and acclaimed filmmaker Hansal Mehta to helm the film.

Oprah podcast, Djokovic docu to debut on Prime Video in July, Aug

Sports documentaries always make for good viewing bait; especially if it’s on a legend like Novak Djokovic, who, at 38, still continues to dazzle on tennis courts at the top level. And, then there are celebrity podcasts, which too draw in audiences.

Sony Pictures’ ‘Hotel Transylvania 5’ to release Oct 2027

Sony Pictures has officially announced that ‘Hotel Transylvania5’ will be released in theatres on October 1, 2027. The fifth film in the popular animated franchise will bring back the beloved monster family for a brand-new adventure.

BBC: 2025-26 was year of delivery but licence fee pressure persists

The BBC remains the United Kingdom’s leading brand for media, reaching 94 percent of adults on average per month and having a satisfying year from a content viewpoint, according to its annual report for 2025-26

JSW Group named India’s fastest-growing conglomerate brand

The $25 billion diversified JSW Group, has been named India’s fastest-growing conglomerate brand in the 2026 edition of the Brand Finance India 100 report.

Sriimurali’s thriller movie ‘Paraak’s teaser released

The makers of actor Sriimurali’s upcoming action thriller ‘Paraak’ have released the official teaser of the film.

Apple TV drops trailer for Ryan Reynolds’ action-comedy ‘Mayday’

Apple TV yesterday unveiled the trailer for its upcoming action-comedy ‘Mayday’, starring Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh, ahead of the film’s global premiere on Apple TV on September 4.

India influencer mktng now Rs. 5k cr; regional creators in demand: report

India’s influencer marketing industry, estimated at around Rs 3,600 crore in 2024, is on course to cross Rs 5,000 crore this financial year. And for the first time, the growth is not coming from Mumbai and Delhi

Jio Platforms names Pankaj Pawar as CEO ahead of IPO

Jio Platforms has appointed Pankaj Pawar as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) as the company prepares for its upcoming Initial Public Offering (IPO).

Paramount developing new ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’ film

Paramount Pictures is developing a new film based on the iconic horror franchise ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’, bringing the legendary slasher character Freddy Krueger back to audiences.

Marvel revives ‘Nova’ as Film

Marvel Studios is developing a new ‘Nova’ feature film, with Michael Waldron attached to write the screenplay. Waldron is known for writing ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ and creating the Disney hit series ‘Loki’.

Vi to stream Jagannath Rath Yatra 2026 live

Telecom operator Vi (Vodafone Idea) has announced the live streaming of the Shree Jagannath Rath Yatra 2026 on its OTT platform, Vi  Movies & TV. Vi customers across India will be able to watch the 12 day festival live from Puri at no extra cost.

Vikrant Massey’s ‘Musafir Cafe’ trailer released

The trailer of Netflix’s upcoming romantic drama ‘Musafir Cafe’ has been released, giving a glimpse of a story about love, heartbreak and self discovery.